Programs & Activities | 2020 Summer/Fall | Santa Cruz County Parks

Many hiking opportunities can be found at Santa Cruz County parks, including the Sandhills Series which takes place in April each year at Quail Hollow Ranch. For a more rustic hiking experience, head out to the Miller Family Park and enjoy the quiet majesty of the redwoods. Pinto Lake and Anna Jean Cummings Park also boast beautiful hiking trails. Have some fun this summer at day camp! Santa Cruz County Parks offers something for everyone to enjoy: Pool Junior Lifeguards at the Swim Center, Baseball Camps at the Polo Grounds, Art & Science Camps at Aptos Park, La Selva Beach Day Camp, Time Travelers at Quail Hol- low Ranch, and more. See the table of contents on page 4 for a list of all the high-quality youth summer camps. Take a Hike Go to Camp FUN THINGS TO DO IN SANTA CRUZ COUNTY PARKS! Want to find that perfect gift for someone special, perhaps some festive stocking stuffers, while supporting local artists and craftspeople? Look no further! The annual Holiday Arts & Craft Faire is held the first Saturday in December, this year on 12/5. Vendor ap- plications will be due in Octo- ber. Please see page 29 for more event information. From the pristine coast of north county to the long stretches of sand and beaches in south county, Santa Cruz County Parks offers breath- taking views and a variety of recreational opportunities. Looking for a great way to spend your holiday af- ternoon? Free commu- nity swim days at the Simpkins Family Swim Center will be sure to please the entire family. Come cool off, climb the wall, ride the slide, or just float about on a tube on the Free Swim Days, held on the 4th of July (7/4), July 26, and again on Labor Day (9/7). Want to throw a unique party? You’ll find just the right venue at County Parks. Many picnic areas can be re- served for your exclu- sive use, while others are available on a first- come, first-served basis (pg. 50). Your child can enjoy a birthday party that’s both fun and educational at Quail Hollow Ranch (see pg. 39). Rent a pool at the Simpkins Family Swim Cen- ter for your exclusive use (pg. 8). Get Crafty Splash Around Hit the Beach Throw a Party Visit scparks.com for more information about the parks, programs, and activities listed here. 2